Fire Dispatcher – Critical Emergency Communications

County Emergency Communications; Dexter (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement programs

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

County Emergency Communications in Dexter, NM seeks skilled Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate fire response, manage incident data, and maintain clear radio communications. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, rapid scene assessment, and effective coordination of resources across multiple agencies.

Applicants should be comfortable with maps, computer systems, and radio operations. Some assignments may require fire dispatch certification or EMS/corresponding coursework.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential is commonly required.
• Fire dispatch certification, emergency medical dispatch training, or incident-management coursework may be required for particular assignments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations, access information, and reported risks.
• Alert stations and dispatch apparatus using approved response assignments.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Relay information about occupants, hazards, and changing conditions.
• Process requests for additional resources through established procedures.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times, unit movements, and significant incident updates.

Skills

Organized information handling

Clear radio communication

Data entry

Maps

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maps

Computer systems

Radio communications equipment

Job description

County Emergency Communications in Dexter, NM seeks skilled Fire Dispatcher professionals to coordinate fire response, manage incident data, and maintain clear radio communications. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, rapid scene assessment, and effective coordination of resources across multiple agencies.

Applicants should be comfortable with maps, computer systems, and radio operations. Some assignments may require fire dispatch certification or EMS/corresponding coursework.